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CLA is a non-profit organization founded on the belief that the music of language is inseparable from the essence of opera and song. Apply to CLA today!

https://www.yaptracker.com/applications/classic-lyric-arts-singers-2024 Classic Lyric Arts provides opportunities for young singers and collaborative pianists to advance their studies of the languages and cultures of classical vocal repertoire, offering education workshops internationally, and supporting participants in their progression from students to young professional artists. CLA currently e

ncompasses two programs: La Lingua della Lirica (The Language of Opera) established in 2009 in Novafeltria, Italy, training the principles of Italian bel canto, and L’Art du Chant Francais (The Art of French Singing) inaugurating its first season in 2012 in the Perigord region, focusing on French opera and melodies. With the belief that the beauty of opera and song is intrinsically connected to the music of language, the teachers include Italian, French and American artists working in the field of classical vocal studies. CLA offers training in diction, style, repertoire, stagecraft, and career development, as well as international performing opportunities, building a bridge for the next generation of musicians to this rich cultural, linguistic and musical heritage.

08/27/2026

✨🎶Announcing The 2027 Summer Season! ✨🎶

With passionate artists, a thriving community, and a mission to discover the music of language, Classic Lyric Arts is proud to unveil the 2027 Summer Programs.

CLA is accepting applications from exceptional pre-professional opera singers seeking an immersive and individualized training experience. CLA France is dedicated to exploring French opera, CLA Mozart deepens artists’ connection to Mozart’s Italian masterpieces, and CLA Bel Canto (previously CLA Italy) explores the nuances of Italian opera and song.

Click the link in our bio to discover CLA’s three distinct summer programs and begin the next step of your musical journey.

08/21/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 CLA Summer Artists and Faculty on a successful summer full of inspiring artistry and immense growth! This summer, the 2026 artists deepened their connections to language, music, and culture through the CLA Summer Concert Series, exploring French poetry and chanson, Mozart’s treasured works, and the magic of Italian bel canto. ✨🎶

While the 2026 Summer Programs have come to a close, the artistic journeys of each singer, pianist, and faculty member alike have made a lasting impact and will follow them throughout their musical careers.

Head to the link in our bio and click “News” to read about CLA’s impact on the 2026 Artists ❤️

📸: Raphaël Treiner, Rome Photo Fun Tours

08/19/2026

✨ 2026 CLA Italy and the CLA Summer Concert Series have come to a close! ✨

Over the course of the program, the Italy artists embraced every opportunity to learn, grow, and perform. They brought that same dedication and artistry to each stage they performed on.

From the first concert to the final performance, audiences witnessed the remarkable artistry and hard work of these talented performers.

Keep an eye out for more behind the scenes content from the 2026 Summer Concert Series!

08/13/2026

Meet soprano Sara Porjosh! ✨ Sara Porjosh

Tune in tomorrow on the CLA Instagram as she shares a behind-the-scenes look at a concert day in the life at the Piazza San Francesco in Ravenna!

08/12/2026

Meet soprano Elena Paul! ✨ Elena Paul

Tune in tomorrow on the CLA Instagram as she shares a behind-the-scenes look at a concert day in the life at the Teatro Mariani in Sant’Agata Feltria

08/07/2026

The first performance of the CLA Italy concert series is today! ✨🎶

The artists and faculty spent the last week preparing for their concert series across Emilia-Romagna and enjoying all that the charming town of Novafeltria has to offer.

Follow along for a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the first concerts at CLA Italy!✨

08/06/2026

Introducing soprano Nicole Magallon ✨ Nicole Magallón

Join her tomorrow on the CLA Instagram as she offers an inside look at the first Summer Serenata at the Teatro Sociale!

08/02/2026

Meet soprano, Alicia Bivona ✨ Alicia Bivona

Tune in tomorrow as she shares a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of a 2026 CLA Italy Artist.

07/30/2026

✨ The 2026 CLA Italy Artists have officially arrived! ✨

As this year’s artists begin their artistic journey in Italy, follow along as they dive into the beauty, technique, and expression of the bel canto repertoire 🇮🇹🎶

07/26/2026

✨Auguri a CLA Mozart! ✨ 
Congratulations to the 2026 CLA Mozart Artists & Faculty for a beautiful and inspiring season.
Over the course of the program, the 2026 CLA Mozart Artists immersed themselves in the nuances of Mozart’s most cherished works through, language, culture, and experiences that will continue to shape their artistry for years to come.
Throughout the program, the artists embraced every opportunity with passion, generosity, and an unwavering commitment to their craft. The result was a journey filled with beautiful music, meaningful connections, and remarkable artistic growth.
As we say arrivederci to CLA Mozart, we’re looking forward to the next adventure! 🎶 CLA Italy begins in just 3 days and we can’t wait to welcome the next group of artists! 🇮🇹✨

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